Description
Our most responsive autopilot system on the water
- 9-axis solid-state AHRS (Attitude Heading Reference System)
- Minimizes directional errors, course deviations, rudder movements and power consumption and at the same time provides a pleasant sailing experience
- Minimal commissioning and calibration
The Reactor 40 for steer-by-wire provides robust autopilot capabilities for SeaStar Optimus systems, Yanmar Marine ZT 370 stern drive electronic power steering systems and ZF 2800 Pod Drive systems.
With a complete package developed for powerboats and sailboats, Garmin makes advanced marine technology available to recreational boaters that was previously only available to commercial boats. The Reactor 40 autopilot series is simply the most responsive autopilot system we've ever offered.
Reactor 40 autopilots are very versatile. Features for powerboats and sailboats are available in all corepacks, including course hold, wind hold, turn/boom, step turns and more. Simply select the autopilot that is compatible with your existing steering system.
9-axis solid-state AHRS
With the advanced 9-axis solid-state AHRS, you can mount the Reactor 40 virtually anywhere and in any direction. In addition, this new system significantly reduces directional errors, course deviations, rudder movement and power consumption, providing a comfortable sailing experience for everyone on board.
Responds to sea conditions
This amazing autopilot actually reacts to the sea conditions, so you stay on course. Even when the boat pitches and rolls, you can trust the Reactor 40 autopilot to keep you on the desired course.
Minimal startup adjustment and calibration
All autopilots require start-up adjustment and calibration – without exception. We know you want to just get out on the water, so we made this process as quick and easy as possible. The Power of Simple.
Full integration with Garmin plotters
When combined with our compatible network plotter, you have full control of the Reactor 40 from anywhere on the boat. In addition to staying on course in virtually all weather conditions, the system can easily perform a variety of pre-programmed trolling and searching procedures. And with a compatible Garmin network plotter and BlueChart® g2 Vision® chart (sold separately), you get extra features such as Auto Guidance 1 , which automatically steers GPS courses.
Connect to network devices
The Reactor 40 autopilot is operated using up to 3 GHC™ control units. The GHC communicates with the autopilot system via your NMEA 2000® network, so heading data from the autopilot can be easily shared with other devices. This allows for MARPA and map overlay when connected to a Garmin plotter. An optional handheld wireless remote control is also available, but you achieve the highest level of comfort by controlling the GHC with a compatible quatix® or quatix 5 marine multisport smartwatch.
1 Auto Guidance is for planning purposes only and cannot replace safe navigation.
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